Palm Springs

Maholla peeps,

Just back from a lovely weekend in Palm Springs. Andy, Anton, Carla and I joined Jody at her parents home in La Quinta. We spent most of our time lounging by the pool, soaking up the 100 degree weather.Our first night we headed into Old Town for a happy hour drink. We started at this cute pizza joint where we sat outside (LOVE being able to dine outdoors!), and then headed over to a wine shop for more appetizers and some vino.


We also made a trek out to Joshua Tree National Park for a picnic dinner. I had heard a lot about Joshua Tree (U2), so it was neat to finally see it in person. We hiked around, climbed on rocks, and of course- took jumping pictures.


A great relaxing weekend!

Podcasts

Maholla peeps-

Podcasts. I LOVE them. As a bus rider, and someone who works at a tedious job, I rely podcasts to accompany me through most of my day. Here is a list of my weekly podcasts:

• Adam Carolla Podcast
• Sound Opinions on Demand
• Lost Podcast with Jay and Jack
• Official Lost Podcast
• Lost: The Transmission
• Planet Money
• Marketplace
• This American Life
• Wait Wait Don't Tell Me
• Radio Lab
• Smodcast

NOW- you would think this large list would suffice, but it doesn't. Adam Carolla is the only guaranteed daily podcast. Planet Money and Marketplace are produced a few times a week. The LOST podcasts are good for one or two a week. The rest are weekly at best.

My question for you, my readers. What podcasts do YOU listen to? I am open to a wide range of topics; humor, news, entertainment, personal stories . . . . HELP ME OUT!!!

Danke

Swiss Miss

Alex recently returned from his European Ski Extravaganza, and now has his sights set on moving to Switzerland. Our new two year plan, seriously look into moving to Geneva, or some smaller Swiss village.

I think I'm ready for a change . . . so why not Switzerland? Alex can teach over there, especially if he passes the National Board, and I can- well I can do something. I have been feeling restless lately. I do want to settle in Seattle, but not necessarily NOW. Might as well try new things while you can!

Alex could rent his house out . . . . it could happen people. Anyone want to come visit?

Negative Negative

Well, blame it on the rain, but my mood has been SOUR!! Work blows, its rained the last 7 days straight, and Alex is gone.

BUT- there is hope. Sunshine is predicted for the weekend, and I am hopefully going up skiing on Sunday. Thank goodness tomorrow is Friday. I am confident this weekend will be relaxing and rejuvenating.


I gave blood yesterday in an attempt to boost my karma. After they missed my left arm's vein, they were able to successfully stab my right and draw a pint. I don't really mind the botched first attempt, it's happened before, I have wiggly veins. However, I went to the gym today and could barely run a 5K. I felt like I was running at high altitude- faint, sweaty. I NEED MY BLOOD BACK! They did tell me it takes 48 hours . .. guess I rushed it.

Everyone should give blood- saves lives people.

Hmm, maybe I should watch Twilight again, that always improves my mood =)